Harvest!

For Wednesday, November 22, 2023:

John 4:32 NLT, Jesus speaking: “I have a kind of food you know nothing about.”

This spiritual food is a lot like the living water. Jesus is using metaphors to describe heavenly things, and those around him don’t understand. It can be confusing.

“Rabbi, eat something.” The disciples were concerned with Jesus taking on enough calories to survive. They knew a lot about earthly food. Jesus, on the other hand, didn’t have his mind on the next meal. He was on a mission to bring the Good News to the Samaritan people, Christianity’s first step into the Gentile world. Eating lunch could be put on hold for a while. Jesus has spiritual food to distribute to those hungry for the truth.

Then Jesus explained: “My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work.” Although the Samaritans had been separated from the Jews for quite some time, they still knew of God and were hungry to learn more about him. Perhaps this teacher, Jesus, had the info they needed. It’s important to understand that these Samaritans were what we call “seekers,” striving to connect with their Creator God. And Jesus had just what they needed!

Jesus said that the fields were ripe. The fields were awaiting harvesters. The seekers were prepared to come to the Lord. Jesus explained that it’s not unusual for one person to plant, and for someone else to harvest. We are surrounded by people who have heard about God and are curious about God. You and I are the harvesters sent into today’s field to bring home the seekers. Do you accept the challenge?

The Bible speaks of the priesthood of all believers. So we are all called to help with the harvest!

Blessings!

Pastor Norton Lawellin

Jesus in the City Fellowship